Bread

This week I received the following question from http://foodpicker.org : My husband has diabetes and we always eat whole wheat bread but wanted something different for a change.  Is rye bread or sourdough bread as good of an option as whole wheat? There are so many...

Staying Motivated

This week I received the following question from http://foodpicker.org: I have diabetes and I’m having trouble staying consistent and motivated.  I’m usually good for about 2 weeks and then I go back to my old ways of eating and lack of exercise.  How can...

Potlucks…

This week I received the following question from http://foodpicker.org …. I attend a monthly book club with friends that includes a dinner potluck in which everyone contributes a dish.  I have type 2 diabetes and I struggle with what to eat at the potluck. ...

The Dawn Phenomenon

This week I received the following question from http://foodpicker.org : I was just told I am type 2 diabetic.  My doctor told me to try to control my numbers by diet.  I have noticed my blood sugar is high in the morning before I have eaten.  Could you explain why?...

Diabetes Supplements

This week I received the following question from http://foodpicker.org : I have diabetes and a coworker was telling me I should be taking supplements such as cinnamon and chromium to help control blood sugar.  Are these safe and effective? This is a great question....

Diabetes and Travel

This week I received the following question from http://foodpicker.org: I have type 2 diabetes and travel quite a bit.  My eating & exercise are unpredictable at best when I travel and I’m having a difficult time managing my diabetes.  What do you suggest?...